Vegas Vacation with AOS
May 25th, 2014 at 7:31:57 AM
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Ace, I noticed that $100 is your min. What is your max? Are you playing 6D, or do you play DD too?
May 25th, 2014 at 7:48:33 AM
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May 25th, 2014 at 8:10:18 AM
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Quote: aceofspadesThere is some punk rock festival in town so the people watching is exceptional
Punk Rock Bowling and Music Festival
I don't know everything but I know a lot.
May 25th, 2014 at 8:17:40 AM
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Quote: FleaStiffOkay,,,, Fleastiff hereby amends his advice to read: Get thee to a classy high roller room. No ploppies, no drunks, protein bars, Evening Drinks and Evening Gowns half on and half off the ladies. Why play at the level of the Hell Cortez with drunks and felons?
I think the majority of high limit players are ploppies.
At my age, a "Life In Prison" sentence is not much of a deterrent.
May 25th, 2014 at 8:38:59 AM
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Really? I've found some have had too much of that expensive Brandy from time to time and some are more loud than is appropriate for a high limit room which generally lacks the boistorous enthusiasm and loud music of the general casino. Generally they all know the rules and basic strategy and are polite but concentrating on the cards.Quote: DRichQuote: FleaStiffOkay,,,, Fleastiff hereby amends his advice to read: Get thee to a classy high roller room. No ploppies, no drunks, protein bars, Evening Drinks and Evening Gowns half on and half off the ladies. Why play at the level of the Hell Cortez with drunks and felons?
I think the majority of high limit players are ploppies.
I've been even at low level tables where players will watch and make appropriate suggestions in accord with Basic Strategy. Sometimes its real fine experience to have the whole table playing together and its obvious everyone looks at all the cards and follows what everyone else is doing. This shows a measure of skilled play and a general absence of ploppies.
May 25th, 2014 at 11:29:07 AM
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Just had a double that would've completed the comeback BUT NOOOOOOOOO
why should I win that one or any of the next 5 hands
Geez can I catch a break at all
I'm raging
Trip is -1k
why should I win that one or any of the next 5 hands
Geez can I catch a break at all
I'm raging
Trip is -1k
May 25th, 2014 at 11:35:37 AM
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Quote: IbeatyouracesGo kill the El Cortez SD game!
It may be too much hassle. I once colored out 5 black from their craps game (betting red/green) and the cage cashier had to make a call to authorize the payout. That was a first for me, but imagine what the procedure would be if someone was actually betting black in the first place.
"In my own case, when it seemed to me after a long illness that death was close at hand, I found no little solace in playing constantly at dice."
-- Girolamo Cardano, 1563
May 25th, 2014 at 12:22:21 PM
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Several years ago someone organized a limousine trip where gamblers in Tuxedos and Black Evening Gowns were to descend on a casino and Bet Black despite the fact that the casino hardly ever saw any black action at all. At the last minute it became one limousine and two cabs worth of revelers who descended on a downtown casino, I forget which one, but it was most definitely a marginal operation. They reported that the casino did very well and despite there having been no warning to the pit boss, these groups of formally attired gamblers had a great time playing with people who were still wearing their release bracelets from the house of detention. The dealers did very well despite having chip trays that in some cases were not banked to handle such action and the Pit Boss even told the organizer to notify him in advance and next time he have something special done up for them. Some casinos are marginal operations. At the All Penny Emerald Isle in Henderson the cashier has to call to get authorisation for all payouts over 500.00. At the Eureka, now renamed I think, (main door locked after six pm) the situation is pretty much the same. Good food, good games... but its largely red chip action only.Quote: MathExtremistI once colored out 5 black from their craps game (betting red/green) and the cage cashier had to make a call to authorize the payout.
May 25th, 2014 at 1:23:38 PM
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Transferred to Aria
Just lost 5 doubles
Then a guy comes in midshoe and gets a blackjack and tells out PERFECT TIMING
Trip is now -2200
Just lost 5 doubles
Then a guy comes in midshoe and gets a blackjack and tells out PERFECT TIMING
Trip is now -2200
May 25th, 2014 at 1:37:27 PM
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Switched tables just lost another 400
May 25th, 2014 at 2:10:54 PM
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Switched tables and lost another 1600 then recaptured some of it
Trip is now -2400
Trip is now -2400
May 25th, 2014 at 3:00:12 PM
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Dealer just pulled
20
20
20
20
BJ
20
20
20
BJ
20
21
Trip is -3k
20
20
20
20
BJ
20
20
20
BJ
20
21
Trip is -3k
May 25th, 2014 at 3:05:36 PM
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Started a new shoe she gets
BJ
20
20
I had a 65 double I get a 9 for 20
She goes 6 5 3 7
Trip is -3400
BJ
20
20
I had a 65 double I get a 9 for 20
She goes 6 5 3 7
Trip is -3400
May 25th, 2014 at 3:08:17 PM
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We're with you in sympathy mate.
Has the Aria at least extended any comps?
Has the Aria at least extended any comps?
May 25th, 2014 at 3:17:45 PM
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switched tables won 5 hands in the entire shoe
Trip is -4150 approaching tilt
Trip is -4150 approaching tilt
May 25th, 2014 at 3:18:15 PM
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Quote: Uranium235We're with you in sympathy mate.
Has the Aria at least extended any comps?
Yeah I am comped here but losing nonstop
May 25th, 2014 at 3:22:55 PM
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Trip is now -4400
May 25th, 2014 at 3:32:04 PM
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I had 500 up I had 20
Guy next to me has 12 dealer has 2 showing he refuses to hit
Dealer turns over 10 for 12 then hits for a 9 BAM 21
Next card out was a 10 dealer would've busted
Down 5k
Guy next to me has 12 dealer has 2 showing he refuses to hit
Dealer turns over 10 for 12 then hits for a 9 BAM 21
Next card out was a 10 dealer would've busted
Down 5k
May 25th, 2014 at 3:35:32 PM
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Ace, what's your high bet and are you playing 6D or any DD?
May 25th, 2014 at 3:36:42 PM
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500
Been playing both
Been playing both
May 25th, 2014 at 3:38:13 PM
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go next door to cosmo, ill get you hooked up, play your own table dont worry about others decisions
The bet will not be paid- not now not ever
May 25th, 2014 at 4:26:18 PM
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Dealer started shoe just now with
BJ
BJ
20
BJ
I walked away
Trip is -5400
BJ
BJ
20
BJ
I walked away
Trip is -5400
May 25th, 2014 at 5:10:51 PM
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Just lost EVERY SINGLE HAND in a 2d game
Trip is -7k
Trip is -7k
May 25th, 2014 at 5:22:23 PM
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Dealer just made 5 twenty-ones in a row
Trip -9k
I am going to lose my mind
Trip -9k
I am going to lose my mind
May 25th, 2014 at 5:41:42 PM
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Oh, c'mon. This is just cover now...you really went home with the Mermaids chick and she robbed you, right?
"So as the clock ticked and the day passed, opportunity met preparation, and luck happened." - Maurice Clarett
May 25th, 2014 at 5:43:15 PM
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Quote: rdw4potusOh, c'mon. This is just cover now...you really went home with the Mermaids chick and she robbed you, right?
At this point, I'd welcome her shooting me
May 25th, 2014 at 5:49:14 PM
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DUHHIIIIIIIII HEARD THAT!
May 25th, 2014 at 6:09:33 PM
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Dealer just got 5 blackjacks in half a 6deck shoe
May 25th, 2014 at 6:11:37 PM
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Yea this is a ton of dealer getting 20, 21 and BJ ..... are you drinking with double vision? Wish i was in Vegas to sweat your action, unfortunately I'm out of town.
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
May 25th, 2014 at 6:20:00 PM
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I finally won 3 hands in a row so I pressed to 200
Got 9,9,9
Then 2 king 2
On the doubles I got 7 and 8
So my hands were
18 19 19
Dealer has 4 turns over 7 then 10 for 21
Got 9,9,9
Then 2 king 2
On the doubles I got 7 and 8
So my hands were
18 19 19
Dealer has 4 turns over 7 then 10 for 21
May 25th, 2014 at 6:38:33 PM
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I am going to have a breakdown
May 25th, 2014 at 6:40:49 PM
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Perhaps mustangsally can come hope you lose(go broke even), like she did DJ.Quote: aceofspadesI am going to have a breakdown
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
May 25th, 2014 at 6:46:06 PM
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Quote: AxelWolfPerhaps mustangsally can come hope you lose(go broke even), like she did DJ.
Huh?
May 25th, 2014 at 6:49:26 PM
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Read this thread and you will understand https://wizardofvegas.com/forum/off-topic/general/18158-downswings/Quote: aceofspadesHuh?
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
May 25th, 2014 at 7:35:36 PM
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Quote: AxelWolfRead this thread and you will understand https://wizardofvegas.com/forum/off-topic/general/18158-downswings/
Ok got it
I feel like I am not in my body
May 25th, 2014 at 8:28:16 PM
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Ace, I sympathize with your bad swing. That's some great hands for the dealer. I hope it switches your way and you can recover.
May 25th, 2014 at 8:30:09 PM
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Ace, if your downswing has affected you emotionally as much as you describe, you should take a break from playing for at least the rest of the night.
May 25th, 2014 at 8:35:00 PM
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Not really. Only if it will cause you to do something dumb. Other then that it's all mental. Cards wont change, luck wont change nothing will change. Tell yourself its just money. You might lose more tomorrow and win big tonight. Suspended animation is all it is.Quote: sodawaterAce, if your downswing has affected you emotionally as much as you describe, you should take a break from playing for at least the rest of the night.
♪♪Now you swear and kick and beg us That you're not a gamblin' man Then you find you're back in Vegas With a handle in your hand♪♪ Your black cards can make you money So you hide them when you're able In the land of casinos and money You must put them on the table♪♪ You go back Jack do it again roulette wheels turinin' 'round and 'round♪♪ You go back Jack do it again♪♪
May 25th, 2014 at 8:56:34 PM
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Quote: AxelWolfNot really. Only if it will cause you to do something dumb. Other then that it's all mental. Cards wont change, luck wont change nothing will change. Tell yourself its just money. You might lose more tomorrow and win big tonight. Suspended animation is all it is.
Feeling like he is "going to have a breakdown" and like he's not inside his own body is well past the threshold for negatively affecting his play decisions, in my opinion.
May 25th, 2014 at 9:03:12 PM
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Quote: sodawaterAce, if your downswing has affected you emotionally as much as you describe, you should take a break from playing for at least the rest of the night.
Out of respect for ace and his right to choose whatever he wants to do with his own money, I have refrained from posting any type of gambling question or opinion BUT I feel that soda is 100% correct here. If you have gone on tilt (which it seems you have) it may be best to pack it in for the time being and either have a good snooze or go do something fun out there (just stay away from Fatburger on the strip, they are busy renaming it "gangsta's paradise":)).
Tomorrow when you are fresh, win or lose, you will be ready to play your best game and make the best of your decisions while playing.
It is a tough decision to have to make as you are on tilt.............
Either way, we still enjoy your trip reports and updates and feel like we are being raked right there with you!
Go get 'em ace!!!
“There is something about the outside of a horse that is good for the inside of a man.” - Winston Churchill
May 25th, 2014 at 9:10:46 PM
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Quote: sodawaterFeeling like he is "going to have a breakdown" and like he's not inside his own body is well past the threshold for negatively affecting his play decisions, in my opinion.
I would agree. We aren't talking about reaching some sort of 'stop limit', where it would make no difference whether your next play was in 5 minutes or tomorrow or next week. AlexWolf is right that there would be no reason to stop in that situation. What we are talking about is a possible loss of self control, and controlling one's emotions. That is never a good thing and I would also recommend a break to refocus, whether it be for the day or the trip or whatever the circumstance requires.
Now, let me say this about Ace's trip reports....I have gotten to the point that I have almost stopped reading them. They all go the same way. He gets down early in the trip, makes a big comeback and ends up a substantial winner, far more than expectation. It remains to be seen how this one will play out...Lol. How much time left on this trip? I know Evenbob is foaming at the mouth hoping for a different outcome...lol. I am not routing against him...I even gave up one of my better downtown EV opportunities to him via PM.
But getting serious for a minute, Ace if this is the first time, you have the possibility of a losing trip, you aren't handling it very well, mentally, nor emotionally. This IS exactly what the game of blackjack is all about.....learn to deal with it.
May 26th, 2014 at 7:27:34 AM
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Good morning everyone
Last evening...I went up to the room to relax and turned the television on to get my mind off things
Before I knew it it was 1am--I had fallen asleep on the couch--
I washed up...brushed my teeth and got into the bed
I am just waking up now...
Sodawater with Tomspur concurring are exactly right
My play decisions and bet amount decisions were being filtered through my emotional state
I am feeling refreshed and focused and plan on enjoying my vacation and regaining at least some of the losses back
Last evening...I went up to the room to relax and turned the television on to get my mind off things
Before I knew it it was 1am--I had fallen asleep on the couch--
I washed up...brushed my teeth and got into the bed
I am just waking up now...
Sodawater with Tomspur concurring are exactly right
My play decisions and bet amount decisions were being filtered through my emotional state
I am feeling refreshed and focused and plan on enjoying my vacation and regaining at least some of the losses back
May 26th, 2014 at 7:38:15 AM
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I smell a rags to riches story coming up. Same story, different numbers, different town.
May 26th, 2014 at 7:46:15 AM
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That smell is the hundred dollar bills Aceofspades is burning.This trip will not have a happy ending. An inferior counting system has finally turned in favor of the casino.
Nothing personal, Ace, just life !
Nothing personal, Ace, just life !
Shed not for her
the bitter tear
Nor give the heart
to vain regret
Tis but the casket
that lies here,
The gem that filled it
Sparkles yet
May 26th, 2014 at 7:56:45 AM
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Quote: Sabretom2I smell a rags to riches story coming up. Same story, different numbers, different town.
Thanks sabre
I'm in a positive mindset
May 26th, 2014 at 7:57:14 AM
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Quote: BuzzardThat smell is the hundred dollar bills Aceofspades is burning.This trip will not have a happy ending. An inferior counting system has finally turned in favor of the casino.
Nothing personal, Ace, just life !
Thanks Buzz I'm in a positive mindset while understanding the inherent risks
May 26th, 2014 at 8:10:32 AM
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Yesterday is the past! Your vacation just started as you woke up this morning. You haven't lost or won anything yet as you just landed! You know what I mean? Now, GO GET UM! NO EMOTION!
May 26th, 2014 at 8:16:29 AM
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Quote: strictlyAPgo next door to cosmo, ill get you hooked up, play your own table dont worry about others decisions
I don't think Ace needs to be anywhere near the Cosmo with it having balconies. Come on, it's a Joke!
May 26th, 2014 at 9:21:23 AM
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Ok morning session:
Was up 400
Dealer then got 4 bj in a 2d game and I lost 4 dbls
Dealer just made 6 twenty ones in a row
Switched tables dealer first 5 hands were 21
Won the first 5 hands at new table then the first hand I press is dealer bj lol
Down another 2k at this point
Switched tables again and in two shuffles of 2d got it back plus 1600
Trip now -7400
Was up 400
Dealer then got 4 bj in a 2d game and I lost 4 dbls
Dealer just made 6 twenty ones in a row
Switched tables dealer first 5 hands were 21
Won the first 5 hands at new table then the first hand I press is dealer bj lol
Down another 2k at this point
Switched tables again and in two shuffles of 2d got it back plus 1600
Trip now -7400
May 26th, 2014 at 9:39:04 AM
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Just met Jay Glazier
